Design a simple test table that shows the results of the following tests.
- software applications open and work as intended
- default folder settings are correct
- desktop shortcuts go to the right place
- the correct device drivers are installed
- the correct paper sizes are set for printing
- menu options work as intended
- the correct date and time are set
Test
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Method
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Expected outcome
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Actual outcome
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Action required
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Software applications open and work as intended.
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To ensure that your software application open
correctly, select the software to open and if it opens correctly and
accordingly it works as intended.
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The software application for example Antivirus
protection or Troubleshooting when accessed work correctly and provides its
function accordingly.
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The software application is opened and functions
correctly.
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N/A
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Default folder settings are correct.
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Select ‘Document’ on the start-up menu,
then selects properties and move. If
you created a new folder, rename and save it will automatically save in that
position. Make sure the folder has been saved and it shall remain as a
default folder on your system.
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A default folder will be accurately set and
saved onto your system. It will always be accessible and the settings
available will be correct.
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A default folder will be accurately set and
saved onto your system. It will always be accessible and the settings available
will be correct.
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N/A
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Desktop shortcuts go to the right place.
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Click on start button, select program you desire and
back click it so it allows you various options. Then go to send to and choose
desktop and the shortcut shall be sent to the desktop menu.
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A shortcut of your programme will have been created
and easily accessed via the desktop. It is a quicker and easier option when
opening the programming rather than locating the original software etc.
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A shortcut of your programme will have been created
and easily accessed via the desktop. It is a quicker and easier option when
opening the programming rather than locating the original software etc.
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I had noticed that the desktop shortcut had not been located where I specifically desired so all I had to do was move its whereabouts so it remains there permanently.
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The correct device drivers are installed.
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When a device is connected and installed it
will automatically appear and connect to the PC, it will ask for permission
and needs to install the software required to run or alter the devices
options. It will provide the correct device drivers that may be required so
that it is able to perform its necessary functions.
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In my computer, in device drivers when you
may attempt to access specific device drivers it will display the various
drivers installed on the PC and will then allow you to access various
formats, for example CD ROMS etc.
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In my computer, in device drivers when you
may attempt to access specific device drivers it will display the various
drivers installed on the PC and will then allow you to access various
formats, for example CD ROMS etc.
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N/A
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The correct paper sizes are set for printing.
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Select page layout on Microsoft word for example.
Below orientation in the page setup options select size and alter your page
size. When printing you can choose and alter the settings to allow them to
print successfully.
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The page size will have been altered and all data
that has been chosen to print will accurately fit the page when printed.
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All aspects that have been chosen to print will print
according to the changed settings.
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N/A
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Menu options work as intended.
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You select the menu or start button (on
windows software it displays the windows start button). All various shortcuts
and software stored on your device should be visible and when clicked should
access the main software easily.
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You click the start button and it shows key
programs and frequently used ones.
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It displays folders storing shortcuts to
frequently accessed software on your device.
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N/A
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The correct date and time are set.
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On your computer select the start button and then
select control panel. From control panel then select data and time. You are
then able to change the properties such as the date and time on your system.
You change these via drop down boxes and then you apply them to your computer
system.
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The date and time shall have been altered to the
correct settings and preference for the user. The correct time and date shall
be displayed.
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The accurate time and date shall be displayed on the
system to be viewed at any given time by the user.
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N/A
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